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Province continues to monitor Lee, reception centre update
2023-09-15
As Hurricane Lee is expected to make landfall in the Atlantic Canada region this weekend, Islanders are asked to prepare for moderate to heavy rain and winds and the possibility of power outages.
Briefings with the Canadian Hurricane Centre (CHC) and Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)...
Province monitoring Lee, activates to Level 1
2023-09-14
While the Province continues to monitor the outcome and impact of Hurricane Lee, residents of Prince Edward Island are being asked to review their emergency plans in advance of the weekend.
It is still too early to determine Lee’s exact track and outcomes, but current forecasts indicate that the...
Province creates Major Incident Readiness Team to prepare for 2023 Hurricane Season
2023-08-28
Today, the province announced that a Major Incident Readiness Team (MIRT) has been created, comprised of elected and government officials, to prepare for major events and emergencies that have the potential to impact the Island.
This new team will work with Emergency Measures Organization (EMO),...
Islanders reminded to be prepared during hurricane season
2023-07-25
Heavy rain, sustained winds, storm surge, flooding, and power outages are all things that can be expected during a hurricane or tropical storm.
The Provincial Emergency Management Organization (EMO) wants to remind everyone that hurricane season is underway, and the best response to these events...
Province partnering with Atlantic Police Academy to reoffer Accelerated Correctional Officer Training Program
2023-05-15
The Province, in partnership with the Atlantic Police Academy (APA), is once again offering Islanders the opportunity to pursue a career in correctional services at a reduced cost.
The Accelerated Correctional Officer Training Program offers students the skills and knowledge in various areas such...
Alert Ready testing during Emergency Preparedness Week
2023-05-05
The PEI Emergency Measures Organization will be conducting a test alert on the Alert Ready system Wednesday, May 10, 2023.
Alert Ready, the Canadian emergency alerting system, delivers critical information to television, radio, and compatible wireless devices to ensure that citizens are aware and...
Emergency Preparedness Week 2023
2023-05-03
Emergency Preparedness Week begins on May 7 and will give Islanders the opportunity to be better prepared for natural events and other emergencies.
Emergency Preparedness Week (May 7 to May 13) is a national campaign that focuses on residents becoming more informed on what to do during an...
Former Police Chief Dave Poirier to lead review of provincial response to Hurricane Fiona
2023-03-03
Former Summerside Police Chief Dave Poirier will work with officials within the province’s Emergency Measures Organization, external consultants, and engage with stakeholders from across the province to conduct a comprehensive review of the provincial response to Hurricane Fiona and make...
Charlottetown court operations update - February 7, 2023
2023-02-07
The Sir Louis Henry Davies Law Courts located at 42 Water Street, Charlottetown, will be open to the public starting at
12 p.m. on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. All scheduled matters will be proceeding.
Media Contact:
Vicki Tse
Department of Justice and Public Safety...
Charlottetown court operations update - February 6, 2023
2023-02-06
The Sir Louis Henry Davies Law Courts located at 42 Water Street, Charlottetown, will be remain closed to the public until 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, with a further announcement tomorrow morning once overnight inspections are complete.
The Courts will continue to reach out to the...